Limerick City and County Council is delighted to announce the allocation of more than €750,000 to 19 Limerick projects under the Community Climate Action Programme.
The funds will support Limerick community groups and organisations to deliver projects in areas such as biodiversity, energy conservation and waste disposal.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran is congratulating the successful projects, saying:
“We face growing challenges from climate change and the role of local communities has never been more crucial. The projects that have received funding demonstrate the power of collective action. These initiatives not only help combat climate change but also improve our quality of life and create more attractive public spaces.”
Making the announcement of funding for projects across Ireland, Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications Eamon Ryan said:
“I am delighted to support these vital local projects under the Community Climate Action Programme, a landmark fund which is making €24 million available to climate action projects across Ireland, alongside a €3 million contribution from the government’s Shared Island Fund. Communities and Local Authorities know best the climate actions that work for their area and can deliver the most effective climate solutions on the ground. I look forward to seeing the transformative effect these projects will have not only in tackling climate change, but in making our cities, towns and villages better places to live and work.”
Dr Darren Barry, Community Climate Action Officer at Limerick City and County Council, says the work of local communities is reaping environmental rewards:
“This significant funding will bolster climate and biodiversity projects across the city and county. Limerick’s dedicated community groups and volunteers are already doing incredible work at the local level. With this support, they can continue to enhance their communities while driving important climate action initiatives. This benefits us all.”
Funded Community Climate Action Projects in Limerick:
|
Applicant Organisation |
Location |
Summary of the project to be funded |
Funding Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Killeedy Eco Park Group |
Kileedy |
Rainwater Harvesting, Composting and Energy Projects |
€ 19,500.00 |
|
Bruff Tidy Towns |
Bruff |
Water Refill Station, Rainwater Harvesting, Edible Gardens |
€ 6,000.00 |
|
Herbertstown Hub CLG |
Herbertstown |
Development of a Community Garden |
€ 13,742.73 |
|
Ballyneety Golf Club and Ballyneety Men’s Shed |
Ballyneety |
Mini Forest and Community Garden |
€ 18,783.00 |
|
St. Marys RFC |
Limerick City |
Installation of Solar Panels |
€ 19,949.00 |
|
Young Munster RFC |
Limerick City |
Installation of Solar Panels |
€ 19,480.00 |
|
Adare Mens Shed |
Adare |
Installation of Solar Panels |
€ 10,125.00 |
|
Rathbane Golf Course |
Rathbane |
Creation of 4 Biodiversity Havens and a Permaculture Community Orchard |
€ 49,259.00 |
|
Thomondgate Residents Association |
Thomondgate |
Creation of a mini forest and biodiversity area |
€ 38,000.00 |
|
Askeaton Ballysteen Natural Heritage |
Askeaton |
Creation of a Nature/Biodiversity Parklet |
€ 23,295.00 |
|
Anglesboro Community Centre |
Anglesboro |
Installation of Solar Panels and Infrared Heaters |
€ 29,057.00 |
|
Dóchas Midwest Autism Support |
Limerick City |
Installation of Solar Panels |
€ 39,725.00 |
|
Abbeyfeale Community Council |
Abbeyfeale |
Upgrading Biodiversity park to include solar panels and additional materials |
€ 22,811.50 |
|
Shanagolden & District Community Council |
Shanagolden |
Installation of Solar Panels, LED Lighting Upgrade and Cycle Parking |
€ 49,364.00 |
|
Manor Fields Adare |
Adare |
Installation of Solar Panels and Mini Orchard |
€ 89,608.00 |
|
Ballyhoura Rural Services (Doon) |
Doon |
Development of a Wetland Area |
€ 51,447.00 |
|
Paul Partnership |
Limerick City |
Food Waste Initiative |
€ 59,598.00 |
|
Limerick Youth Service |
Limerick City |
Installation of Solar Panels |
€ 93,000.00 |
|
Patrickswell Community Council |
Patrickswell |
Installation of Solar Panels and Biodiversity Park |
€ 100,000.00 |
If communities are interested in applying for the next round of funding, when it becomes available, then they should contact communityclimatefund@limerick.ie.
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